Crime & Safetyscore 751·8 metrosupdated 3h ago

Study: National Guard Deployments in D.C. Not Linked to Crime Reduction

A recent study by a think tank claims that the National Guard's presence in Washington D.C. during Trump's presidency was politically motivated rather than effective in reducing crime. The findings suggest that the deployment did not have a significant impact on crime rates in the area.

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